Issue 13, Oct 26, 2018 - Print & Online Where to buy & eat good Ethnic Food?ethnic food DRINK

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780 Burnhamthorpe Rd W #12, Mississauga, (905) 232-5246

The best Baklava in Toronto

Fabian’s Cafe 876 Markham Rd, Scarborough

(416) 438-1561

1650 Dundas St E Mississauga

(905) 848-2590

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Crown Pastries

Kostas Greek Bakery Tel: (647) 748-9229

265 Ellesmere Rd

5083 Dixie Rd d3, Mississauga, 905-602-2018

Easy elegance for special occasion desserts(NC) There’s always room for dessert, especially as the cooler weather rolls around. Meringue-based pavlovas make the perfect signature

dessert worthy of any cel-ebration. They are festive, sure to please and surpris-ingly easy to prepare and enjoy.

This delicious recipe is an inspired variation where California grapes add a pop of colour to the bright white meringue backdrop of

a pavlova. Red grapes are particularly beautiful here, and their f lavourful juici-ness contrasts with the pure sweetness of the meringue.

Sweet-tart lemon curd cream brings in additional f lavour dimensions and colour.

Mini-Pavlovas with Lemon Cream and GrapesPrep time: 25Cook time: 30Serves: 6

Ingredients:• 4 large egg whites• Pinch of salt• 1 cup (200 g) sugar• 2 tsp (5 g) cornstarch• 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla• 2/3 cup (160 ml) heavy whip-ping cream• 1/3 cup (80 ml) lemon curd• 1 ½ cups (252 g) halved Cali-fornia grapes• Chopped smoked or tamari almonds (optional)

Directions:1.Heat oven to 350° F. Line a bak-ing sheet with parchment. With an electric mixer, beat egg whites and salt in a large bowl on medi-um speed until firm peaks form. On low speed, add the sugar a tablespoon at a time until the me-ringue forms stiff peaks. Whisk in cornstarch and vanilla.2.Divide meringue into six 4-inch circles on the baking sheet. With a large spoon, make indentations in the middle of each. Place bak-ing sheet in the oven and lower the temperature to 300°F. Bake 30 minutes, then turn off the oven and leave the baking sheet in for another 30 minutes.3.To serve, whip the cream to soft peaks and stir in the lemon curd. Dollop onto the meringues and top with the grapes. Garnish with almonds, if desired.

Nutritional information per serv-ing: Calories 350; protein 4 g; carbohydrate 58 g; fat 12 g (31% calories from fat); saturated fat 8 g (20% calories from saturated fat); cholesterol 55 mg; sodium 90 mg; fibre 0 g.

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LA LUCERistorante

Italian Fine Dining Restaurant

4377 Steeles Ave West, Toronto(416) 661-8989

- Elegant Italian restaurant with excellent food, friendly staff and great service. - Serving its customers for more then 40 years. - Large variety of Italian, French, Spanish and other wines. - A fantastic place for all kinds of events: Weddings, Corporate, Product Launches, Fundraisers, Fashion shows, Holiday Parties, VIP Reception. - Saturday night live music: Jazz, Blues,Folks.

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Casa Barcelona2980 Bloor St West, Etobicoke

(416) 234-5858www.casabarcelona.ca

SPANISH TAPAS RESTAURANT

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ORGANIC MEATAll our meats are certified organic and fresh. All meet is from handpicked local farms. Our organic meats taste better and are very delicious- Non-GMO - No antibiotics - No hormons - No artificial fertilizers.Beef, pork, chicken, turkey, lamb. Souvlaki, saussages, marinated meat Ask us where you can ROAST MEAT.

LARGE VARIETY OF CHEESES Perfect for your daily needs, parties, business events (catering) or a romantic dinner.Tell us about your occasion and we will guide you what cheese to choose, how to pair it with wine and much more.

OTHER PRODUCTS We also sell other products like eggs, olives, olive oil, crackers spices, sauces, many condiments and other.

7509 Yonge St, Thornhill (North of Steeles), 905.731.2270York Farmer’s Market

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OCTOBER SPECIAL

3 plant-based holiday smoothies

(NC) Whether you’re looking to indulge in a festive holiday treat or need a quick solution to fill up before a late-night dinner party, holiday smoothies are a great op-tion that can be whipped up in no time. Check out the recipes and benefits of each below.

Plant-based “eggnog” smoothie. Enjoy the same taste as conven-tional eggnog without the added sugars. This version is made fresh with spices, fruit and vegetables to provide you with an extra boost. Simply blend together and sip away.

Ingredients:•2 cups water•½ cup raw cashews•1 tsp vanilla extract•1 tsp cinnamon•4 medjool dates, pitted•½ cup spinach•Fruit of choice and any other spices preferred, sprinkled on top

Plant-based gingerbread smooth-ie. Adding dried ginger powder or root can give your digestion the kick it needs to reduce inflamma-tion from all the holiday fair.

Ingredients:•1 cup of almond milk•½ tsp freshly grated ginger or the dry equivalent•½ tsp cardamom•½ tsp turmeric powder•1 banana•1 tbsp coconut oil•3 tbsp hemp hearts

Plant-based pumpkin pie smooth-ie. Pumpkins aren’t just for the fall. Indulge in this delicious treat full of antioxidants to support your im-mune system at large.

Ingredients:•1 cup organic pumpkin puree (from can or a pie pumpkin)•1 cup almond milk•½ tsp cinnamon•½ tsp nutmeg•1 banana•1 tsp local honey•Squeeze of ½ lemon

Visit your local Canadian Health Food Association member store to find a variety of ingredients to give your smoothies an extra kick of nu-trition. Find your nearest location at chfa.ca.

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NEW EUROPEAN RESTAURANTin Richmond Hill

10 Headdon Gate, Unit 2-3, Richmond HillMajor Mackenzie Dr/ Just East of Batthurst

Stroganoff Restaurant

Authentic European restaurant with great food and

daily specials.

(905) 780-7575www.stroganoff.co

Serves lunch, dinner

and drinks

Walk-In, Take -Out

Good For Groups, Kids, Parties

350 Bering Ave., Etobicoke 416-232-1539

www.thesweetgallery.com

Since 1974, the Sweet Gallery has been creating the finest European cakes and pastries in the Greater

Toronto Area.

European Tortes and Pastries – Krempita, Dobos, Beigles, Reform, Opera, Caramel Crunch, Figaro and moreHoliday Desserts including Zito, Viennese Strudel, Tutti Fruitti cookies, & BaklavaDessert Tables and European Wedding CakesSlab cakes, Small French Pastry, Petit Fours, European cookiesCafé featuring Burek, Goulash Soup, Quiches, Sandwiches, Chicken Schnitzel and more

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Vienna Fine Foods

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High quality European products, chocolates and cookies from Germany and Austria, smoked and fresh meats, cheese, homemade salads and fresh bread. While you’re here, stop by their Hot Food Counter to have a hot meal or simply just take it with you.The HOT MEALS includes: Schnitzels, Soups, Ham-burgers, Goulash, Sausages, Fish, Ribs, Chicken, Potato Pancakes.You are always welcomed!

Daily Hot Meals Specials

Russian Potato Salad (Olivier Salad)

Oliver salad is a dish that is prepared from mayonnaise, boiled potatoes, peas, car-rots, pickles, corn, and various types of sausage or chicken. It’s is a traditional salad dish in Russian cuisine and it’s also popular in many other European countries, Iran, Israel, Mon-golia and through-out Latin America. The actual history is that the salad was in-

vented in the 1860s and named for its creator, chef Lucien Olivier. This Belgian (who may have been originally French), ran a Pari-sian-style restaurant in Moscow called “Her-mitage.”The salad made his elite establishment one of the Russian capital’s most talked about and frequented establish-ments. Olivier careful-ly guarded the recipe as a trade secret, al-

ways preparing it him-self – and in fact took the recipe to his grave.It survived via two de-rived sources. One ver-sion was stolen by an employee who was able to sneak a look at the work station while the great chef was called away. Another was de-veloped by a one of the restaurant’s regulars who sought a way to keep the salad going after the chef was gone.

Ingredients:1 kg potatoes250 g carrots250 g pickles200 g peas200 g of corn200 g of ham3 eggs400 g mayonnaise1 tsp. mustardparsley and dillsalt, pepper

Instructions:1.In a large pot, add potatoes and carrots. Cover completely with water. Bring to a boil and cook about 20-25 minutes or until a knife pierces through easily. (Don’t over-cook. Remove carrots and potatoes from wa-ter, set aside to cool.)2.In a small pot add

eggs, cover eggs will water and bring to a boil cook. Cook eggs 8-10 minutes. 3.Cube all of the ingre-dients. 4.Combine everything, mix. Add mayo to taste. 5.Season with salt, pepper. Add fresh parsley and dill, mix.

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128 O’Connor Drive

Dine- In - Take Out Catering - Delivery

416.461.5200

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The best Greek Food you’ve ever had!

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Karadjordjeva Roll Veal $10, Pork $9 Moussaka (Per PC) Beef and Potato $10Stuffed Pepper (Per PC) Beef and Rice $3.50 Rice & Mushrooms $3 Chevapi (5 PC Min) (mini beef sausages) (Per Pc) $1Sudzuk (5 PC Min) (Per Pc) $1.50 Souvlaki (2 PC Min)Pork (Per stick) $3.50Chicken (Per stick) $3.50Seafood Fresh Whole Seabass $16Bassa Fillet $14, Salmon $14 ShnitzlePork $6,Chicken $7, Veal $8 Cabbage Rolls (Per PC)Beef and Rice $3.50Mushroom/Palenta $3

Soup, Stew (Noodle or Dumpling)

Pierogies(6 PC Per Order) Sour Cabbage $6Cheese $6 Pljeskavica 5o.z $6, 10o.z $8 BurekBeef $8, Cheese $8 Spinach $8, Potato $7

Chicken $5, Beef $5, Goulash $10 Tarhana (Sour Dough Tomato) $5 Pasulj(Bean Soup )$5SandwichBlt $5, Tuna $5, Shnitzle $9, Egg $6DessertsBaklava Pastry $4Hurmasica Pastry $3Custard Cake (Pineapple) $5

SidesLepinja Bread $2Rice $4Potato(Mash,Fries, Baked) $4 Potato Pancake $4Pasta $4Mixed Veggies $4Ajvar(pepper spread) $2Cheese Spread $2

Cupavci(Coconut Sponge Cake) $2.50 Palacinka(Crepes) $3Krofne (Donuts) $2.50

SaladsSopska(w Feta Cheese)$5Spinach $5Kiseli Kupus $5Tursija $5Kupus $5Russian salad $5Egg Plant $5

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Prepare nutritious, tasty fall dishes

(NC) We all want to feed our family healthy, nutritious food. One nourishing and budget-friendly pantry staple is pulses, a category of crops commonly grown in Canada that includes lentils, beans, peas and chickpeas.

A new Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research study shows that the nutritional value of pulses can be enhanced through processing methods. In turn, these nutrient-rich pulses can be used to improve the health benefits of other foods we love to eat.

For example, scientists are experimenting with adding pulse ingredients to bread, cookies, muffins and pasta that can contribute to improved gut health and stabilized blood sugar levels. They would also be available to people with gluten sensitivities.

Until these superfoods hit the market, try this delicious lentil patty for a nutritious meat alternative.

Lentil and Feta PattyServes: 4

Ingredients:•1 cup (200g ) Canadian lentils, green or brown•2 cups (500 mL) water•1 clove of garlic, crushed•½ celery stalk•3 tbsp (30 g) white onion, diced•1/3 (100 g) feta cheese, diced•3 tbsp (25 g) red pepper, diced•1 green onion, minced•3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil, divided•3 sprigs oregano, chopped•2 tbsp (30 g) f lour•1 egg •Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:1.Rinse lentils in cold water. Place them in a suitable-sized saucepan along with the water, garlic, celery and white onion. Bring to a boil; skim if necessary. Cook covered on low heat. When lentils are tender, add salt and cook for another 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook; the lentils must remain intact. Drain and set aside to cool.2.While cooking the lentils, sauté red pepper and green onion in 15 mL (1 tbsp) of olive oil until lightly browned. Turn off heat and add orega-no.3.In a bowl, combine lentils, cooked vegetables, egg, f lour and feta. Mix thoroughly. Shape patties and cook them in a hot frying pan, using remaining olive oil. Brown evenly on both sides.

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Chicken Tabbouleh with Tahini DrizzleThis salad of parsley, bulgur, and tomato is traditionally served as part of mezze, the Middle East’ version of savory dishes. This meal-in-a-bowl recipe comes from Mark Bittman, author of How to Cook Everything.

Ingredients: (per 4 servings) 1 1/4 cups water1 cup uncooked bulgur, rinsed and drained2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 teaspoon salt, divided1/2 pound skinless, boneless chick-en thighs1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper3 cups chopped tomato1 cup chopped fresh parsley1 cup chopped fresh mint1 cup chopped green onions1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)1/4 cup plain 2% reduced-fat yogurt3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon waterPreparation: Step 1Combine 1 1/4 cups water, 1 cup bulgur, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium

saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes (do not stir) or until the liquid almost evaporates. Remove from heat; f luff with a fork. Place bulgur in a medium bowl; let stand 10 minutes. Step 2Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Sauté for 4 minutes on each side or until done; shred chicken. Combine bulgur, chicken, tomato, and next 4 ingre-dients (through garlic) in a large bowl; toss gently. Step 3Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, tahini, and remaining ingredi-ents in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over salad.

The best Baklava in Toronto

Tel: (647) 351-20152086 Lawrence Аve. Еast, Scarborough

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Crown Pastries

5083 Dixie Rd d3, Mississauga, 905-602-2018

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Ingredients2 hard boiled eggs1 1/2 pieces of chopped onions1 tablespoon of olive oil1 clove garlic2 tablespoons of oregano1 kg of ground beef2 tablespoons raisin2 tablespoons of chopped olives1 can of whole tomato4 cups of vegetable oil2 cups f lour1 tablespoon of salt1/2 unsalted butter stick half cup1 egg6 tablespoons of water1 tablespoon of vinegar

PreparationFor the dough, mix the f lour, salt and butter with your hands until you get a uniform dough.In another deep bowl beat the egg, water and vinegar with a fork and add to the f lour dough.Knead the mixture on a clean sur-face with a little f lour until you get a rustic dough and store on egapack paper for an hour.For the filling begin by cutting the eggs into thin slices.In a saucepan over low heat cook the onion in the oil and until golden brown and add the garlic, and oreg-ano, mixing for 1 minute.

Add the meat and cook for 5-10 min-utes until all the meat is cooked. Add the raisins, olives and tomato.Preheat the oven to 100 degrees Cel-sius and prepare a large sheet of wax paper on a baking sheet.Take the mass of the empanadas and make an extended sheet where you can cut half circles of approximately 10 centimeters to make the empana-das.Take a half circle and fill with 2 ta-blespoons of the meat filling, cover with another half circle and mark the edges with a fork.Cook the empanadas in the oven for 20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.You can also choose to fry the empanadas in very hot vegetable oil (about 4 minutes per pie) if you like a touch more crispy.

Empanadas are very popular as a street food in South America. They are stuffed pastries filled with a mix of ingredients, then either baked or fried. The modern empanada is believed to be a derivative of the Indian samosa.

Argentinian Empanadas

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Since 1963 at the same location, the same perfect quality of the food and great service!

You will find a large fresh selection of European-style cakes and pas-tries, handmade chocolate confections, truff les and butter cookies.

They can be packed in gift boxes.It is a cozy European sit-down café

where you can enjoy a wide variety of homemade lunch specialties such as

Quiche Lorraine, Crepes, Goulash soup, Wiener Schnitzel, etc.

And of course to top it off, our spectacular desserts and

freshly ground coffee.

876 Markham Road, ScarboroughTel: 416.438.1561, Fax: 416.438.1819

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Fabian's Cafe

Store Hours:Tue-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm

Kostas Meat Market & Deli

259 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, (416) 444-3036

265 Ellesmere Rd (647)748-9229

Kostas Greek BakeryEvery day new homemade cakes and pastries.

Fresh Bread, bureks,baklava, kadaif. Prosphora Bread.

Custom made Cakes for all Occasions - Birthdays, Weddings, Baptism, Bridal, Shower

Cakes and other.

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Quick and easy calzones, perfect for busy family mealtimes

(NC) From basketball practice to music lessons, the after-school rush can be a hectic one. For evenings when you’re pressed for time, meal prep can be a lifesaver.

Stuffed with a favourite ingredient – hot dogs – these Tex-Mex cal-zones are a tasty meal the kids will happily enjoy. With new Maple Leaf Top Dogs, you can feel confident your little ones’ favourite food is made from real ingredients found in your own kitchen.

Enjoy these calzones straight away, or make them ahead of time, wrap individually in plastic wrap and keep them stored in the freezer. When you’re ready to enjoy, reheat in the oven and serve warm.

Tex-Mex CalzonesPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesServes: 8

Ingredients:•1/4 cup (60 mL) all-purpose f lour •1 (700 g) fresh store-bought pizza dough •8 Maple Leaf Original Top Dogs, diced •1 small onion, finely chopped•1 bell pepper (any colour), diced •2 cloves garlic, minced•1/2 tsp cumin•1/2 tsp chili powder•1 cup (250 mL) Tex-Mex shredded cheese, divided•Egg wash: one egg white and drop of water, whisked together

•Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:1.Preheat oven to 425°F (220 °C).2.Prepare two sheet pans with parchment paper and dust with all-purpose f lour. On a clean, f loured work surface, cut pizza dough into 8 equal pieces. Using a f loured rolling pin, roll dough pieces into 1/4-inch-thick circles. Place on baking sheets and set aside while making your filling.3.Add chopped hot dogs, onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper into a large bowl. Combine by mixing with a spoon.4.Heat a large skillet with olive oil to medium-high heat. Add hot dog mixture and sauté until vegetables are softened; about 4 minutes. If

there is excess water, drain mixture using a sieve.5.Prepare egg wash.6.Add 1/4 cup (60 mL) of hot dog filling to the centre of each dough round. Top mixture with a table-spoon of cheese. Brush edge of half the dough round with egg wash; this will help the calzone stick together. Fold dough over filling and use a fork to close and secure the filling into the calzone.7.Add more shredded cheese to the top of the calzone and then using a knife, cut a few steam vents into the top of each to prevent them from bursting or getting soggy. Bake until golden brown; about 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool slightly and then serve.